(1) The following individuals or entities may not be required to solemnize any marriage or provide services, accommodations, facilities, goods, or privileges for a purpose related to the solemnization, formation, or celebration of any marriage if such an action would cause the individual or entity to violate a sincerely held religious belief of the individual or entity: (a) A church; (b) A religious organization; (c) A religious corporation or association; (d) A religious fraternal benefit society; (e) A religious school or educational institution; (f) An integrated auxiliary of a church; (g) An individual employed by a church or religious organization while acting in the scope of that employment; (h) A clergy member; or (i) A minister. (2) A refusal to solemnize any marriage or provide services, accommodations, facilities, goods, or privileges under subsection (1) may not serve as the basis for: (a) A civil cause of action against any entity or individual protected under subsection (1); or (b) A civil cause of action, criminal cause of action, or any other action by this state or a political subdivision to penalize or withhold benefits or privileges, including tax exemptions or governmental contracts, grants, or licenses, from any entity or individual protected under subsection (1).
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